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4 University Rd, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA|Harvard Square
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Property Overview
4 University Rd offers a mix of convenient access to nearby amenities, a practical layout, and appealing neighborhood characteristics that support everyday living. Its location in Cambridge adds strong urban connectivity, while the setting and features create broad appeal for a range of lifestyles.
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One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
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Not allowed
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About 4 University Rd
Sweet deal!
This listing is 24% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Harvard Square.
4 University Rd cost $3,550 per month. Located at 4 University Rd, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA, this unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Cambridge, renting this apartment is 9% cheaper per month.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 4 University Rd, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
Address details
| Neighborhood | Harvard Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02138 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Harvard Square
2-bedroom apartments at 4 University Rd cost about 24% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cambridge.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Harvard Square
Cambridge
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $3,643 |
| November 2024 | $3,573 |
| December 2024 | $3,520 |
| January 2025 | $3,598 |
| February 2025 | $3,661 |
| March 2025 | $3,702 |
| April 2025 | $3,739 |
| May 2025 | $3,800 |
| June 2025 | $3,760 |
| July 2025 | $3,736 |
| August 2025 | $3,795 |
| September 2025 | $3,745 |
| October 2025 | $3,666 |
| November 2025 | $3,608 |
| December 2025 | $3,600 |
| January 2026 | $3,615 |
| February 2026 | $3,646 |
| March 2026 | $3,819 |
| April 2026 | $3,980 |
| May 2026 | $3,952 |
| June 2026 | $3,902 |
| July 2026 | $3,836 |
| August 2026 | $3,849 |
| September 2026 | $3,831 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $4,052 |
| November 2024 | $4,195 |
| December 2024 | $4,095 |
| January 2025 | $3,941 |
| February 2025 | $3,766 |
| March 2025 | $4,166 |
| April 2025 | $4,351 |
| May 2025 | $4,330 |
| June 2025 | $4,300 |
| July 2025 | $4,300 |
| August 2025 | $4,285 |
| September 2025 | $3,975 |
| October 2025 | $3,910 |
| November 2025 | $3,747 |
| December 2025 | $3,582 |
| January 2026 | $3,682 |
| February 2026 | $3,812 |
| March 2026 | $4,047 |
| April 2026 | $4,395 |
| May 2026 | $4,416 |
| June 2026 | $4,315 |
| July 2026 | $3,837 |
| August 2026 | $3,973 |
| September 2026 | $4,670 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $3,550 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 3 months ago | $3,095 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,675 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $3,675 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,050 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,800 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,050 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $1,800 | Studio | 1 bath | ||
| 5 years ago | $2,050 | Studio | 1 bath |
Schools near 4 University Rd
Martin Luther King Jr. School
102 putnam ave
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-5Public
A
Graham & Parks School
44 linnaean st
cambridge, MA, 2140
PK, K-5Public
A
Maria L. Baldwin School
85 oxford st
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
Amigos School
15 upton st
cambridge, MA, 2139
PK, K-8Public
A
John M. Tobin Montessori School
197 vassal ln
cambridge, MA, 2138
PK, K-5Public
A
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Getting around Cambridge near 4 University Rd
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 4 University Rd, Cambridge
Groceries
10/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
9/10
Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
10/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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